Meaning & Definition of word "Aflame"

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    Aflame

    /əˈflām/

    adjective:

    • 1. On fire; burning.
      • Example: The old house stood aflame, lighting up the night sky.
    • 2. Filled with passion or intense emotion.
      • Example: Her heart was aflame with love as she watched the sunset.
    • 3. Glowing with a bright or fiery appearance.
      • Example: The trees were aflame with autumn colors, making the forest look magical.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from a- + flame.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    aflame with passion:

    intensely passionate.

    aflame with excitement:

    filled with excitement.

    Related Words

    flame:

    a hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire.

    blaze:

    a very large or fiercely burning fire.

    ignite:

    to set on fire; to cause to burn.

    Slang Meanings of aflame

    Meaning: extremely enthusiastic or excited.

    Example Sentence: The crowd was aflame during the concert.

    Meaning: to be in a state of intense creativity.

    Example Sentence: His mind was aflame with new ideas for the project.